International Chameleon Day 2026 in Andasibe

On 9 May 2026, the municipality of Andasibe will host International Chameleon Day, organised for the first time in Madagascar by the Chameleon Conservation Centre, in collaboration with its local partners.

Date: 9 May 2026 from 9.30 am

Venue: Andasibe football ground (Moramanga district)

This event aims to raise awareness of the diversity of chameleons and their ecological importance, to encourage their protection, to highlight the threats to their habitats, to promote conservation efforts in Madagascar and to foster exchanges between biodiversity stakeholders.

On the programme:

• Official ceremony and scientific presentations

• Exhibitions and information stands

• Educational games, quizzes and competitions

• Cultural activities

• Football tournament

With the participation of various conservation organisations, institutions, associations and universities committed to Madagascar’s biodiversity:

Andasibe Rural Municipality / Association Francophone des Soigneurs-Animaliers (AFSA) / NGO L’Homme et l’Environnement / NGO Naturevolution / NGO Impact Madagascar / GERP Association / VOI Iaroka / Life Sciences Department – University of Toliara / Anthropobiology and Sustainable Development Department – University of Antananarivo / Zoology and Animal Biodiversity Department – University of Antananarivo / A.N.S Design Print

We look forward to seeing you there!